by Lee Hull Moses– Last Sunday, our congregation did two important things: we adopted an open and affirming statement that proclaims clearly that all are welcome at our church, and we revised our bylaws so that our organizational structures more accurately reflect who we are and how we do ministry together. Both items were the… Read More →

My kids are out of school today. There’s a huge rally for educators planned in the state capital as the legislature opens its new session, and thousands of teachers are expected to be there instead of in class. It’s not a strike; organizers of the rally were careful to encourage teachers to request personal time… Read More →

Part of the Greensboro Bound Literary Festival, this panel discussion will feature two authors who draw on their own experiences to explore how faith communities can accompany those who struggle with mental illness, offering resources from religious traditions that can offer comfort and hope. Sunday, May 20, 2018 2:15 pm First Christian Church 1900 W. Market… Read More →

A congregational meeting has been scheduled for Sunday, May 20, following worship. Two important items are on the agenda: Approving a statement proclaiming First Christian Church to be an Open and Affirming congregation. The church board has already approved this statement. Read the full statement here. Changing our bylaws to revise our leadership structures. The… Read More →

…down in my heart. (Where?) Down in my heart. (Where?) Down in my heart! I’ve got the… That’ll stick be stuck in your head the rest of the day now. Sorry. Joy: What is it? How do you define it? At Table Topics last night, we spent a solid hour discussing this. Is joy the… Read More →

by Amanda Kerr — This past Sunday’s service was so beautiful and special! From the vibrant green palms, the joyful noise of children & their instruments during the processional, to the holy and energetic music from the choir and the handbell players. I am so thankful to be a part of First Christian Church Greensboro… Read More →

by Lee Hull Moses — At last Sunday’s board meeting, something happened that was both significant and mostly unremarkable: The board approved the following statement and recommended that it come before the congregation for affirmation: First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of Greensboro, North Carolina is an Open and Affirming Congregation. We openly welcome persons… Read More →

This statement was approved by the board on March 18, 2018 and will come before the congregation for approval at a congregational meeting at 11:15 am on May 20, 2018. First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), of Greensboro, North Carolina is an Open and Affirming Congregation. We openly welcome persons of all sexual orientation, gender… Read More →

For the past several months, a team of leaders has been discerning a new way forward for our congregation, as outlined in our congregational vision. This new approach to our organizational structures will help us use our gifts and our resources more wisely and efficiently as we seek to do God’s work in this time… Read More →

by Paul Snyder — Early morning is my favorite time of day. There is a certain stillness that arises when birds start singing their morning praises before the rising sun marks the beginning of a new day. In this time there is a freshness too from the misty air, which makes breathing a little easier… Read More →